Posting Date 05/23/24 Application Deadline 06/04/24 Pay Range Min - Mid - Max $17.00 - $20.00 - $23.00 Job Type Unclassified Department Sheriff About the Position The Laundry Worker Lead operates commercial laundry equipment, delivers/transports items or individuals, and receives, unloads, and tracks supplies necessary for completion of jobs. This position supervises working inmates in the processing of laundry. About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community? The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel. We come together as a team to support and provide public safety. We are OneMCSO – become one with us! POSITION QUALIFICATIONS We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications. Experience Two (2) years laundry/general laborer work experience. OR Combined education and experience qualifications Post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Other Requirements Must possess or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license. Training which may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; OSHA training; payroll training; PREA training. Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background review. Our Preferred Candidate has High school diploma or GED Supervisory experience Experience operating and repairing commercial laundry equipment Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO: Growth and stability since 1871 Choice of three medical plans – starting as low as $70/month Holidays – 10/year 1 personal day Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption) 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees Access to free County gyms Learn more at Benefits Overview ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS The tasks listed are a representation and not an all-inclusive list of essential job tasks for this position. Supervises from 30 and 60 working inmates in the processing of over 2 million pounds of laundry on an annual basis. Directs the washing and finishing of all work coming into the laundry. Tracks laundry cycles, statistics, and generates reports using computer. Determines the priority of work to be processed and performs frequent quality control checks. Assigns and supervises the training of working inmates new to the laundry facility. Assists in the ongoing training of laundry workers. Enforces laundry and jail security within the Laundry Services area. Prepares journal entries, memos, and informational worksheets as required. Maintains adequate supplies necessary for the laundry operation. Operates commercial laundry equipment and trains working inmates on equipment use. Handles chemicals for the washers. Prepares clothing orders for the facilities. Loads and unloads trucks. Be present at the work site to perform tasks as scheduled and/or assigned by supervisor. Working Conditions Work occurs indoors in a jail laundry facility. Tasks require manual dexterity to handle laundry and operate laundry equipment. Position involves working in close proximity with others and the ability to interact with and oversee adult inmates in laundry services. The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages. Work Environment: Indoors Smoke/dust High noise level Frequent use of stairs or ladders Frequent chemicals/fumes, wet/damp area, exposure to contagious diseases Rarely in confined areas, unprotected heights, bright lighting and/or dim lighting Rarely outdoors, in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 40 degrees Physical Environment: Sitting, standing, walking Driving a vehicle Speaking, hearing, seeing, reading Distinguishing colors Bending/kneeling, reaching, twisting, climbing Crawling, crouching, balancing Wearing protective gear Precise dexterity Lifting floor to waist fifty (50) pounds Lifting waist to shoulder twenty (20) pounds Lifting shoulder to overhead twenty (20) pounds Carrying a weight of fifty (50) pounds for a distance of 10 feet Pushing/pulling a weight of fifty (50) pounds for a distance of 10 feet Social Environment: Time pressures, interruptions Handling frequently changing and/or unscheduled tasks Accuracy Decision making Working in close proximity with others, inmate contact Conditions frequently include handling multiple or complicated tasks, high volume of work, teamwork, concentration/vigilance, dangerous environment Conditions rarely include isolation, public contact, emergencies, traumatic subject matter Overtime/rotating shifts on rare occasions Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook. Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Training and supervising others. Ability to: Operate commercial laundry equipment. Comprehend and communicate effectively in English in oral and written formats. SELECTION PROCEDURE: The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources. All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on relevant experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances. Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that you may ask. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for the fastest-growing county in the nation, with over 4 million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!